Procedural Classification · BNSS First Schedule

Is BNS Section 179 Bailable or Non-Bailable?

Analysis of bail rules, arrest eligibility, and warrant requirements for BNS Section 179: Using as genuine, forged or counterfeit coin, Government stamp, currency-notes or bank-notes under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).

🛡️ Bail & Arrest Summary

Using as genuine forged or

Bail Status

✕ Non-Bailable (Court discretion required)

Arrest Authority

Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)

Triable Court

Court of Session

Prescribed Punishment

Imprisonment for life, orcounterfeit coin, Governmentimprisonment for 10 years stamp currency-notes orand fine. bank-notes